Parts of an Argument

Front

What is a statement that disagrees with another claim by providing alternative reasons and evidence?

Back

Counterclaim

Front

What do we call the part of a claim that provides justification or rationale?

Back

Reasons

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What rhetorical appeal is based on the credibility or character of the speaker?

Back

Ethos

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What rhetorical appeal evokes emotions in the audience?

Back

Pathos

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is the term for the illustration of how evidence supports a claim?

Back

Explanation

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What is a statement that supports a claim with factual information?

Back

Evidence

Tags

CCSS.RI.8.1

CCSS.RI.8.8

CCSS.RL.11-12.1

CCSS.RL.8.1

CCSS.RL.9-10.1

Front

What is the conclusion drawn from the arguments presented?

Back

Conclusion

Front

What is the term for a response to a counterclaim?

Back

Rebuttal

Front

What rhetorical appeal uses logical reasoning and facts?

Back

Logos

Tags

CCSS.RI.11-12.5

CCSS.RI.9-10.5

Front

What is the purpose of a counterclaim in an argument?

Back

To present an opposing viewpoint and strengthen the original claim.